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About the Levin Lecture Series: During the Fall and Spring semesters, the Department of Biostatistics holds seminars, called the Levin Lecture Series, on a wide variety of topics which are of interest to both students and faculty. The speakers are occasionally departmental faculty members themselves but very often are invited guests who spend the day of their seminar discussing their research with Biostatistics faculty and students. Lectures are in-person only unless marked otherwise.   Oscar Madrid Padilla, PhD Assistant Professor in the Department of Statistics University of California Los Angeles    Multilayer random dot product graphs: Estimation and online change point detection Abstract:  We study the multilayer random dot product graph (MRDPG) model, an extension of the random dot product graph to multilayer networks. To estimate the edge probabilities, we deploy a tensor-based methodology and demonstrate its superiority over existing approaches. Moving to dynamic MRDPGs, we formulate and analyse an online change point detection framework. At every time point, we observe a realization from an MRDPG. Across layers, we assume fixed shared common node sets and latent positions but allow for different connectivity matrices. We propose efficient tensor algorithms under both fixed and random latent position cases to minimize the detection delay while controlling false alarms. Notably, in the random latent position case, we devise a novel nonparametric change point detection algorithm based on density kernel estimation that is applicable to a wide range of scenarios, including stochastic block models as special cases. Our theoretical findings are supported by extensive numerical experiments, with the code available online.  

Program Overview VIRTUAL CONFERENCE Columbia University Irving Medical Center invites you to join the leading educators from Columbia University, addressing an overview of high yield challenging scenarios in the management of AL Amyloidosis. Through a combination of lectures and case-based presentations, this course will deliver up-to-date and cutting-edge information that can be directly integrated into clinical practice. Learning Objectives -Discuss the diverse clinical presentations and symptoms associated with AL amyloidosis. -Differentiate between the various organ involvements and their impact on the overall disease course. -Summarize the diagnostic approaches for evaluating kidney involvement in AL amyloidosis. -Evaluate the implications of renal dysfunction on disease prognosis and treatment decisions. -Identify the cardiac manifestations of AL amyloidosis. -Understand the diagnostic modalities for assessing cardiac involvement and the impact on patient outcomes. -Summarize the current therapeutic options for AL amyloidosis, including chemotherapy, plasma cell (anti-CD38) therapy and immunomodulatory agents. -Explore emerging therapies and novel approaches in the treatment of refractory AL amyloidosis. Accreditation Statement In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Amedco LLC and Columbia University. Amedco LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Amedco Joint Accreditation #4008163. Physicians (ACCME) Credit Designation Statement Amedco LLC designates this live virtual activity for a maximum of 4.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Physician Assistants PAs may claim a maximum of 4.5 Category 1 credits for completing this activity. NCCPA accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Nurse Practitioners The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) recognizes the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as approved accreditors and allow reciprocity for AANPCP continuing education credit. Maximum of 4.5 hours.

Masters Student Day: Roundtable Poster Session 2 3:30-4:45pm Hammer Health Sciences Building Rooms: LL-106 LL-107 LL-110 LL-207

Please Join  James McKiernan, MD Interim Dean, VP&S Michael Shelanski, MD, PhD Senior Vice Dean for Research, VP&S Muredach Reilly, MD Vice Dean for Clinical and Translational Research, VP&S For a Tour and Reception  to Celebrate the Opening of  The Biobank Resource for Investigating Disease, Genes, and the Environment: the BRIDGE Biobank Monday November 4th, 2024  Tour 4:00 p.m.-4:30 pm Allan Rosenfield Building 722 W 168th Street, Floor R1, Room 102G.                                                            Please use the main elevators in the ARB Lobby to reach Floor R1, and you will be directed to the BRIDGE Facility. Reception to follow at 4:30 p.m. Vagelos Education Center Lobby 104 Haven Avenue Registration Required for all Attendees | Limited in-person Capacity